General Information Overview
Young workers, ages 14 to 25, face a greater risk of injury and death in the workplace. Youth in the workplace generally have less job experience, do not receive proper job training, and might be hesitant to ask questions about safety. These factors all contribute to higher rates of injury and death among young workers.
Read below for information on young worker rights, child labor laws, and what others can do to help prevent young worker injury and death. For publications, videos, and training on young worker safety check out the Young Worker topic page.